1996 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
